Known for its rolling tea plantations and cool climate, Munnar is also home to the Eravikulam National Park, where you can spot the endangered Nilgiri Tahr and vibrant birdlife amidst the shola forests.
Located in the Western Ghats, Thattekkadu is one of India’s richest bird habitats. The Salim Ali Bird Sanctuary here is a must-visit for birdwatchers, with rare sightings like the Sri Lanka Frogmouth and Malabar Trogon.
Once the hunting ground of Maharajas, Bandipur is now a protected tiger reserve known for its dry deciduous forests, elephants, gaur, and regular tiger sightings in their natural habitat.
Famous for its high density of Royal Bengal Tigers, Bandhavgarh offers dramatic landscapes and ancient ruins. It’s a favorite among wildlife photographers and big cat enthusiasts.
Tadoba-Andhari Tiger Reserve is one of India's most reliable places to see tigers in the wild. Its mix of dense forest and open meadows also supports leopards, sloth bears, and vibrant insect life.
Set against the backdrop of a majestic fort, Ranthambhore offers thrilling safaris through dry forests, often rewarded with tiger sightings. Its unique blend of wildlife and ruins makes it a visual treat.
Once almost devoid of tigers, Panna is a conservation success story. Nestled along the Ken River, the park is now home to tigers, leopards, crocodiles, and abundant birdlife.
The Mara is the heart of the Great Migration, where millions of wildebeest and zebras cross predator-filled plains. Expect big cat action, endless savannahs, and unforgettable African sunsets.
Sri Lanka’s largest national park, Wilpattu is known for its scenic villus (natural lakes) and elusive Sri Lankan leopards. Its quiet, less-touristy nature makes every sighting feel intimate and wild.
Famed as the inspiration for Rudyard Kipling’s The Jungle Book, Kanha National Park offers vast meadows, dense sal forests, and rich biodiversity. It’s one of India’s finest tiger reserves and also home to the rare barasingha (swamp deer).
Located on the Indo-Nepal border, Dudhwa National Park is a hidden gem with dense forests, swampy grasslands, and a growing population of tigers, rhinos, and elephants. It’s ideal for those seeking offbeat and less-crowded wildlife experiences.
Set in the Himalayan foothills, Jim Corbett National Park is known for its picturesque landscapes, riverine forests, and healthy population of tigers and elephants. It’s also a birdwatcher’s paradise with over 600 recorded species.
Nestled on the banks of the Kabini River, this region of Nagarhole National Park is renowned for leopard sightings, elephant herds, and luxurious safari experiences. It offers one of South India’s most rewarding wildlife getaways.
Sharing its legacy with Kanha, Pench Tiger Reserve is another Jungle Book-inspired forest teeming with tigers, wild dogs, jackals, and rich birdlife. Its teak forests and undulating terrain make safaris truly scenic.
A unique reserve that offers walking safaris, canoe rides, and jeep safaris, Satpura National Park is less about chasing tigers and more about experiencing the forest in its raw, untouched form. Ideal for true nature lovers and explorers.
